Is Lattafa Raghba Wood Intense a dupe of Maison Margiela By the Fireplace?
By the Fireplace EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2015 | Year | 2014 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Raghba Wood Intense EDP
While both fragrances aim for a smoky-sweet profile, they diverge significantly in execution. By the Fireplace offers a refined, balanced smoky gourmand, evoking cozy nostalgia. Raghba Wood Intense, however, leans into a potent, almost challenging sweetness with a pronounced woody character. The Lattafa is far more intense and Middle Eastern-inspired. Maison Margiela is easier to wear and more versatile. The price point reflects this difference, with Raghba being significantly more budget-friendly. If you want challenging, intense sweetness, pick Lattafa. For refined smokiness, pick Margiela.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- By the Fireplace
- Raghba Wood Intense
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a smoother, more balanced smoky scent.
- You want a versatile fragrance for everyday wear.
- You appreciate a touch of sweetness without being overpowering.
- You enjoy bold, unconventional fragrances.
- You are looking for a strong, long-lasting scent.
- You want a fragrance with a distinct Middle Eastern influence.
A modern cult classic that captures the essence of crackling wood and toasted sweetness. Hugely comforting and atmospheric, By the Fireplace is an enveloping, smoky gourmand that balances nostalgia with sophistication.
This one is a properly divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it affair that demands patience and a thick skin. If you can get past the initial burnt sugar and 'old church' vibes, you'll be rewarded with a unique, intensely woody, and sweet Middle Eastern gem. Not a safe blind buy, but for those who get it, it's a steal.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Vanilla
35%
vs
20%
Guaiac Wood
34%
vs
24%
Clove
38%
Chestnut
35%
Pink Pepper
34%
Peru Balsam
33%
Cashmeran
31%
Juniper
30%
Orange Blossom
28%
Caramel
30%
Incense
30%
Licorice
26%
Cedar
20%
Amber
19%
Oakmoss
15%
Musk
15%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
With its smoky, sweet, and warm balsamic tones, By the Fireplace thrives in cold weather, wrapping the wearer in a cozy aura. The heavy, woody and gourmand aspects can feel cloying in heat but shine in fall and especially winter.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and comforting, inviting profile suit dates and casual outings, while the smoky sweetness works for formal events with personality. The scent is too enveloping and gourmand for sport or high-activity scenarios, and may be too distinctive for conservative offices.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This perfume screams beast-mode performance, with strong projection and longevity, making it completely unsuitable for office wear. Its intense, smoky-sweet character is best reserved for colder weather casual outings or intimate date nights, where its warmth can truly shine without overwhelming. It's too unique and potent for most formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 2 of its 9 notes, including Guaiac Wood, Vanilla
Adds cashmeran and chestnut, drops amber and caramel
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